Barrow County, Georgia
6 ZIP codes · Avg score 76/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Although county size varies, Barrow County's 6 ZIP codes share reliably safe tap water records and above-average compliance scores.
How Barrow County Compares
How Barrow County Compares
Barrow County scores 1 points above the Georgia state average (75/100) and 8 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Barrow County, Georgia
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 12.5 (asthma 9.8%, diabetes 12.3%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $270, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.182% avg pipe failure probability
18% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2023)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Barrow County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2022 with 12 violations. Past 5 years: 15 total (15 health-based).
Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.
County Health Indicators vs National Average
Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Infrastructure Overview
Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.
Compound Risk Breakdown
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $270
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
54,775 housing units in Barrow County
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034 (Year Structure Built).
Water Safety Affordability
How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in Barrow County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Barrow County, representing a small fraction of property value.
Remediation includes water filtration, lead abatement, radon mitigation, and flood protection where applicable. Source: Census ACS, EPA SDWIS.
Health Outcomes vs National Average
CDC PLACES data for Barrow County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 5 systems in Barrow County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GWINNETT CO. DEPT. OF WATER RESOURCES | 975,000 | 29 |
| 2 | Auburn | 10,060 | 28 |
| 3 | Auburn Mobile Home Park | 159 | 28 |
| 4 | Jackson County Water & Sewer Authority | 33,601 | 4 |
| 5 | Statham | 3,986 | 3 |
10 total water systems serve Barrow County.
All ZIP Codes in Barrow County
6 ZIP codes tracked in Barrow County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30517 | Braselton | 83 | B | 1 | $377K |
| 2 | 30680 | Winder | 83 | B | 0 | $245K |
| 3 | 30666 | Statham | 82 | B | 3 | $285K |
| 4 | 30011 | Auburn | 79 | B | 28 (4 health) | $288K |
| 5 | 30019 | Dacula | 63 | C | 0 | $389K |
| 6 | 30620 | Bethlehem | 63 | C | 0 | $294K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Barrow County
Filtered against EPA monitoring data and CDC lead-exposure guidance, the guides below skip the generic catalog and connect directly to the contaminants and hazards on file here.
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best Sump Pumps — Flood is the top compound risk factor
- Best Mold Test Kits — Flood-driven moisture and mold risk
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Barrow County, Georgia
Overview
Barrow County in Georgia covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (76/100).
3 of 6 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 4 health-based violations have been documented.
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Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
Updated daily.